Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hatchling
Noun
/ˈhæʧ.lɪŋ/
Definition
A young animal that has recently emerged from an egg.
Examples
- The turtle hatchling scurried towards the ocean.
- After waiting for weeks, the birdwatchers finally spotted the hatchling leaving the nest.
Meaning
Hatchlings are typically associated with birds, reptiles, and some fish, representing the early life stage after they come out of their eggs.
Synonyms
- Chick
- Offspring
- Neonate
